During the last several months, I was working at hyper-speed attempting to get twice the amount of patterns launched per month, and pretty much working myself into a state of discontent. I realized after I cut back, giving myself a much deserved break, that the stress was actually changing my personality. I guess no one […]

At the time of this writing, it was the beginning of summer here in Tampa Bay, Florida. This is the time of year where you begin the sweat-cycle as a reward for waking up in the morning. But here’s the BIGGEST problem. As a crafter, I don’t move too much, and the excessive heat during […]

At the time of this writing, it was the beginning of summer here in Tampa Bay, Florida. This is the time of year where you begin the sweat-cycle as a reward for waking up in the morning. But hereâ€™s the BIGGEST problem. As a crafter, I donâ€™t move too much, and the excessive heat during […]

I enjoy a vacation as much as the next person, but I sure do enjoy coming home too! Milo, our malti-poo also seems happy to see us wander back into town. While doggy care can sometimes be an issue, it’s usually quickly resolved because of how irresistible he is. I might have the buddy passes, […]

So what do you get when you cross a free baby bear pattern with a little time? You get some love in a small package with some extra free patterns for an even MORE lovable bear! Get your freebie baby bear pattern today on abundanceofpatterns.com then get more freebies every month or so, delivered right in your […]

There comes a time in a girls’ life when she takes stock of things. I am happy to report that my life-portfolio is filled with challenges and rewards, stilettos and sneakers, as well as tangled yarn and beautiful afghans, and I will take it all as it comes….Nuff said. Go to our website and see all the […]

The waters of the Caribbean are just beautiful. I felt they needed to be commemorated in a semi-precious stone. This is a feeling I often get when in close proximity to jewelry stores, especially when on a vacation cruise. I was, however, willing to do it on a budget. So with what was equivalent to […]

One morning while strolling lazily across the deck of our soon-to-dock ship, I came across a magical, zoo-like menagerie of towel animals, flanking every corner of the main pool deck. Those employees must have been up all night just to make this delightful experience possible for all of us to enjoy, and we certainly did! But […]

I will probably be in big trouble as I age! Most of the things I do for abundance of patterns cause me to be VERY still and extremely sedentary. Not that I mind….I don’t at all, but I guess that’s a problem; at least that is what all the “health and wellness” gurus will tell […]

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